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coffee + eats recap: november edition
I have been running around the midwest lately, collecting cappuccinos and meals, so here’s a little roundup of everywhere I’ve been and what earned a gold star from me! Messenger Coffee Co - Kansas City Listen… we all already know this one is so good. nothing, and I mean nothing, beats the atmosphere here. You walk in and immediately understand why I keep coming back. Three stories of pure magic. sunrise brekkie sandwiches? perfection. honey bear cappuccinos? also perfection.
Lily Collard
3 days ago3 min read


another autumn photo dump
This season has been full of small, beautiful things. The golden light, the smell of woodsmoke, foggy mornings, and long walks under trees that sound like rain when the wind blows, so here is a little collection of snapshots from the past few weeks. I love how fall slows everything down — how it makes you notice the quiet and feel thankful for the little things. Here's the colors, the coziness, and the calm that only autumn brings. It includes: pizza <3 psalms studies hitide
Lily Collard
Nov 171 min read


a happy list // volume 5
Happy November! Here is another happy list. I love these so so much. Reminds me of all the blessings & joys in my life that I need to cherish. coming home to lamps glowing in the windows slipping on muck boots to walk to the chicken coop hearing geese overhead & pretending I know where they're going that quiet moment before the whole house wakes up hauling wood inside to feed the fire the sound of gravel crunching as we arrive back home hot soup simmering on the stove all day
Lily Collard
Nov 163 min read


Autumn Photo Dump
This season has been full of small, beautiful things. The golden light, the smell of woodsmoke, foggy mornings, and long walks under trees that sound like rain when the wind blows, so here is a little collection of snapshots from the past few weeks. I love how fall slows everything down — how it makes you notice the quiet and feel thankful for the little things. Here's the colors, the coziness, and the calm that only autumn brings. It includes: Photos from my morning walks A
Lily Collard
Oct 151 min read


The Beauty of Travel
Travel, for us, isn’t about the perfect itinerary—it’s about the experience. The kind you stumble into when you’re just cruising down a windy road and find an epic river to wade in. The kind that happens when you hike through Bryce Canyon with no signal, nothing but snacks and water bottles in your pack. Our family has always traveled for food. We’re on a constant mission to find the best coffee shops, flakiest chocolate croissants (yes, I’m very in love), and the weirdest,
Lily Collard
Oct 132 min read


a happy list // volume 4
Happy October. This post is a bit late, but here is another happy list. I love these. the cooler mornings/evenings that fall bring watching sibs run their first xc season and being on the side-lines, cheering them on (their season is almost over) morning Bible studies on the front porch the leaves in the forest changing colors actually enjoying a few of my classes in school (forensic science) sitting on the back deck with the string lights on, chatting with the fam walks thro
Lily Collard
Oct 132 min read


movie marathon: movies you must watch tonight
Get ready to be blown away by these top 6 movies you need to watch tonight. Literally! This week’s movie binge took me on an emotional rollercoaster, and I have to talk about some of the films I watched. First up, A Walk in the Clouds (1995) . Keanu Reeves is, without a doubt, the perfect example of what a man should be. He’s manly, honorable, and a military veteran, yet tender and respectful, even when he’s pretending to be the husband of a woman he barely knows. The way he
Lily Collard
Sep 152 min read


Boston in July - a Recap
This is long overdue, but here we go — my Boston trip recap (July 14–17). It was part vacation, part work trip for my dad, which meant my...
Lily Collard
Sep 155 min read


Another Weekly Coffee + Eats Recap
This week had such a good mix of my usual comfort spots and a little adventure. I started back at Barker on Mass Street in Lawrence on...
Lily Collard
Sep 122 min read


fall aesthetics 2025 // part 1
Sept. 12, 2025 It’s officially time for fall posts (even though it’s not actually fall quite yet), and today I have some cute aesthetics...
Lily Collard
Sep 122 min read


How I Stay Active Without a Gym (and Why You Don’t Really Need One)
Honestly? You don’t need a gym to get fit. My workouts have always been a mix of whatever I’m in the mood for, some daily core work, and walks—sometimes short, sometimes over 2 miles—while my siblings have cross-country practice. Add in my obsession with Caroline Girvan on YouTube, and you’ve got my full routine. I truly love working out, staying fit, and eating well, so I am so excited to share this with you all today! Caroline Girvan: My Fitness Obsession If you don’
Lily Collard
Sep 113 min read


a happy list // volume 3
Here we go with another happy list for the beginning of September. Credit goes to Pinterest driving down a road just to see where it goes...
Lily Collard
Sep 112 min read


RIP: Charlie Kirk's Legacy Lives On
I thought this deserved a post, though not many will see this. This is a moment that I think will truly change history. For both sides. The conservative, Trump ally, and Christian, Charlie Kirk, has died. He was murdered for telling the truth, for standing boldly as a Christian and a conservative in a world that wants our voices silenced. This is more than just a loss of one man — it’s a wake-up call. We as Republicans and Christians need to stand up. If this didn’t wake yo
Lily Collard
Sep 112 min read


The BEST Fudge Brownies (with Crackly Tops!)
Friends… we need to talk about brownies. Not just any brownies—the fudgy, gooey, perfectly crinkled kind that make you want to grab a glass of milk and hide in a corner so you don’t have to share. Yep. Those brownies. And guess what? You don’t need a box mix. These homemade brownies are made with super simple pantry staples (butter, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder…) and they come out bakery-level good every single time. I’m talking shiny crackly tops, chewy edges, fudgy centers, a
Lily Collard
Sep 113 min read


Coffee & Food Guide: This Week's Favorites
I’ve been exploring a few spots around the Topeka/Lawrence area lately, and I’m excited to share my honest reviews. A few places I've been before & a few are new! Whether you’re in the mood for a cozy cappuccino or a lively dinner experience, here are some places I’ve recently tried—and loved. CoffeeHead - Topeka, KS CoffeeHead has been a longtime favorite of mine. For the longest time, I was loyal to their vanilla iced matcha, but recently I made the switch to their traditio
Lily Collard
Sep 43 min read


a happy list // volume 2
Hey, friends! I hope you’re having the best Monday. Here we go with another happy list for the month of August. Credit goes to Pinterest!...
Lily Collard
Aug 252 min read


12 Bullet Journal Spreads You Must Try Before Summer Ends
August has arrived — the month summer lovers secretly (and not so secretly) dread. The sunsets are earlier, the air feels different, and...
Lily Collard
Aug 113 min read


3 Snacks I Love & Try to Always Have in My Fridge
Chocolate Granola, Protein Balls & Date Snickers Happy Wednesday, friends. Here's something to know about me: I'm a snack gal. I love a...
Lily Collard
Jul 303 min read


My Big Reader Friends' Top Book Picks for Summer
Hey there! Happy Thursday. Today we have special guests, Lashay and E.G. Runyan (check out her blog here: https://substack.com/@egrunyan...
Lily Collard
Jul 254 min read


60+ Penpal Q&A Questions to Make Letter Writing Easier (and More Fun!)
If you’ve ever wanted to start writing letters but weren’t sure what to say, or if you already have a penpal and sometimes find yourself stuck on what to write next — I’ve got you. One of my favorite ways to keep the conversation going (and get to know each other better!) is with a simple Q&A. You can answer a few questions in your letter, then ask your penpal to do the same in their reply. It makes writing feel less intimidating and more like a relaxed chat with a friend. Pl
Lily Collard
Jul 243 min read
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